PhotoMidwest and FlakPhoto Projects welcome photographer Kris Graves, who will deliver the keynote lecture for the PhotoMidwest Festival 2024 on September 28, 2024 from 3:30pm to 5:00pm in the first foor Exhibition Gallery Following the lecture, Kris will sign copies of his book, Privileged Mediocrity (Monolith Editions & Hatje Cantz, April 2023). Free admission.
During his keynote address, Kris will share insights from his extensive photography career, which has spanned over two decades. He will delve into his work experience and artistic practice, examining how he has evolved as a photographer and artist.
In addition to discussing his creative journey, Kris will provide an inside perspective on his experience running a commercial gallery. He will explain the transition from managing a traditional gallery space to shifting his focus toward collaborating with artists on publications. This discussion will highlight the challenges and rewards of adapting to new platforms and methods of artistic dissemination, providing valuable lessons for those looking to expand or redefine their creative practices.
